Metapro -XL 50 Tablet (Metoprolol Succinate 47.5mg)

Metapro -XL 50 Tablet

Metapro Xl 50mg Tab 15`S contains Metoprolol. It belongs to a class of medicines called as beta-blockers.

Uses of Metapro Xl 50 MG

It is used to treat:
High blood pressure
Chest pain (angina pectoris)
Irregular heart rhythm
Migraine

Contraindications of Metapro Xl 50 MG

If you have an allergy to this medicine or any of the ingredients of this medicine
If you are suffering from heart conduction problem (like AV block) or uncontrolled heart failure
If you are suffering from sick sinus syndrome (abnormal heart rhythms due to malfunction of sinus node)
If you have continuous chest pain that occurs when you are at rest, between midnight and early morning (Prinzmetal’s angina)
If you have reduced blood supply to your limbs (peripheral arterial disease)
If you have severe asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
If you are suffering from untreated high blood pressure due to tumour in adrenal gland (phaechromocytoma)
If you have a condition called metabolic acidosis (increased acidity in your body)
If you are using medicines to treat irregular heart rhythm like disopyramide
If you have diabetes associated with frequent low blood sugar levels (hypoglycaemia)
If you are suffering from low blood pressure (hypotension)

Side effects of Metapro Xl 50 MG

Low blood pressure when you stand
Tiredness
Slow heart rate
Dizziness
Headache
Feeling sick
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Shortness of breath

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have asthma
If you have diabetes, caution is required, Metoprolol may cause low blood sugar levels and also change the body’s response to low blood sugar. You may not experience warning signs of low blood sugar such as an increase in heart rate, sweating, hunger pangs, headache, etc.
You have a tumour of adrenal gland tissue (Pheochromocytoma)
You have an overactive thyroid (a condition when thyroid gland produces too much of the thyroxine hormone)
You are suffering from psoriasis
You have a circulation related problem in toes, arm, legs or fingers
You are suffering from a type of chest pain (Prinzmetal’s angina)
You recently had any heart attack, chest pain or heart surgery

Mode of Action of Metapro Xl 50 MG

How Does It Work?
Metapro Xl 50mg Tab 15`S works by slowing the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels, thus reducing high blood pressure.

Directions for Use of Metapro Xl 50 MG

Please take it as directed by your doctor
Always take it at the same time everyday

Interactions of Metapro Xl 50 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Medicines used to treat irregular heart rhythm (Amiodarone, disopyramide)
Medicines used to treat pain or inflammation (Indomethacin, Sulindac, Diclofenac and Foctafenine)
Medicines used to treat depression (Fluoxetine, Paroxetine and Bupropion)
Medicines used to treat mental conditions (antipsychotic) like Thioridazine
Medicines used to treat HIV (antiretroviral) like Ritonavir
Medicines used to treat allergies (antihistamine) like Diphenhydramine
Medicines used to treat malaria (Hydroxychloroquine, Mefloquine)
Medicines used to treat fungal infection of skin (Terbinafine)
Medicines used to treat acidity or ulcers (antacids) like Cimetidine
Medicines used to treat heart problems (Digoxin)
Medicine used in acute shock and severe allergic reaction (Epinephrine)
Medicine used to reduce swelling of the nose (Phenylpropanolamine)
Eye drops like other beta blockers
Medicines used to treat depression and Parkinson’s disease (Monoamine Oxidase inhibitors)
Medicines used to lower down the blood pressure (Clonidine, Guanfacine, Moxonidine, Methyldopa, Rilmenidine)
Medicines used to treat migraine (Ergotamine)
Medicines used to treat chest pain (Nitroglycerine)
General anaesthetics or local anesthetic (Lidocaine)
Medicines used to reduce blood sugar level like Insulin and oral antidiabetic medicines
Medicines used to treat high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (Prazosine, Tamsulosin, Terazosin, Doxazosin)
Medicines used to treat tuberculosis (Rifampicin)
Interactions with food items
You must take this medicine dose on an empty stomach without food.

Storage and disposal of Metapro Xl 50 MG

Store it in original packing to protect it from light
Try to keep out of the reach of children

Dosage of Metapro Xl 50 MG

Overdose
Symptoms of an overdose include low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, heart failure, shock, loss of consciousness, coma, nausea, vomiting, bluish colour of the lips, tongue and skin, low levels of potassium or calcium in blood
If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for a missed one.